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TO ADJUST THE FULL-RECLINING BACK (if applicable) 

 

Pull the trigger release and recline the back to the desired increment position.  
Then lock the trigger release back into place.

 

 

TO PROPEL YOURSELF 

 

Position yourself comfortably in the chair. 
 
Grasp the hand rims and rotate them in the direction you wish to go.  Try 
to develop a consistent stroke. 
 

TIRES 

 

Make  sure  the  tires  are  not  worn.    Worn  tires  can  cause  difficulty  in 
propelling  and  maneuvering  the  wheelchair.    To  ensure  proper  balance, 
both tires should be replaced at the same time. 
 

CASTER

 

 
Remove  any  lint,  thread  or  dirt  that  may  be  caught  in  the  casters  to 
prevent binding. 
 

HAND RIMS

 

 
Replace  the  hand  rims  if  there  are  any  signs  of  rough,  sharp  edges  or 
peeling. 
 

REAR WHEEL LOCKS

 

 
You  can make minor adjustments  to  compensate for normal  tire wear  by 
simply  loosening  the  bracket  and  sliding  the  assembly  forward  or 
backward. 

Summary of Contents for Comfort Classic

Page 1: ...V V V V V V V VI I I I I I I IC C C C C C C CE E E E E E E E C C C C C C C CO O O O O O O O OWNER S OPERATION MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR THE A AL LC CO O C CO OM MF FO OR RT T C CL LA AS SS SI IC C W WH HE EE EL LC CH HA AI IR R PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR WHEELCHAIR FOR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFE USAGE ...

Page 2: ...EELCHAIR WITHOUT READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT THE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL DEALER OR MANUFACTURER BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY OCCUR ...

Page 3: ...TENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS CONTENTS CONTENTS CONTENTS PAGES PAGES PAGES PAGES NOTE FROM MANUFACTURER 4 SAFETY SUMMARY WARNING 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 8 WHEELCHAIR TERMINOLOGY 9 INDICATIONS FOR USE AND OPERATION SAFETY 10 12 WARRANTY 13 INDEX 14 ...

Page 4: ...you are familiar with all the parts before using the wheelchair Keep this manual handy in a safe place so that you can refer to it as often as needed to be sure you are using your wheelchair correctly and to help maintain it for optimum performance Although these chairs have been thoroughly inspected by the manufacturer s quality control department prior to shipping please check it for any damage ...

Page 5: ...jury may occur 9 Do not attempt to stop a moving wheelchair with the wheel locks These are not brakes 10 Do not operate on roads streets or highways 11 Do not climb go up or down ramps or steep slopes greater than 8 12 Do not attempt to ride up or down ramps with water ice or oily film 13 Do not attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles this may cause your wheelchair to tip over which may cause bodi...

Page 6: ...R PUT HAND BETWEEN THE SIDE PANEL AND SEAT RAIL AS DOING SO COULD CAUSE INJURY Fold down the footplates TO FOLD Fold up the footplates Tilt the chair sideways and lift up on the front and back of the seat Tilting the chair will help to avoid dragging the wheel sideways which could cause tire damage or make it more difficult to close Continue pulling up the upholstery until fully closed Tuck the up...

Page 7: ...se the locking lever Swing the footrest legrest aside Lift up and off in one continuous motion WHEEL LOCKS To engage the wheel locks that are on both sides of the wheelchairs push the handles forward until they are firmly set against the tires However if the wheelchair will not be used for an extended period of time do not set the wheel locks as doing so may permanently dent the tire HOW TO RAISE ...

Page 8: ...t stroke TIRES Make sure the tires are not worn Worn tires can cause difficulty in propelling and maneuvering the wheelchair To ensure proper balance both tires should be replaced at the same time CASTER Remove any lint thread or dirt that may be caught in the casters to prevent binding HAND RIMS Replace the hand rims if there are any signs of rough sharp edges or peeling REAR WHEEL LOCKS You can ...

Page 9: ...R TERMINOLOGY WHEELCHAIR TERMINOLOGY WHEELCHAIR TERMINOLOGY 1 Armrest 2 Seat Back Upholstery 3 Wheel and Hand rim 4 Wheel Locks 5 Casters 6 Footplates Footrests Serial Number is located at the bottom of the left cross brace 2 1 2 6 3 4 5 ...

Page 10: ...t and back edge and lift up Or tilt the chair to one side and lift up on seat rail REMOVAL OR SWING AWAY FOOTREST LEGREST Release the lock by pushing on the front rigging lever Swing the footrest legrest outward and sideways Then lift up the assembly to remove the footrest or legrest ADJUSTING LENGTH OF FOOTREST LEGREST When adjusting the length of the footrest legrest the wheelchair user should b...

Page 11: ...fore entering the chair leaving the chair leaning forward in the chair or while being transferred in an elevator or wheelchair lift When adjusting correctly wheel lock shoe should be embedded into the tire at least 1 8 inch when engaged in lock position Pushing the handle completely forward activates wheel locks To adjust locks loosen nut on the carriage belt Slide clamp toward rear wheel until lo...

Page 12: ...s and limitations in term of strength and endurance before attempting to go up a ramp You and your attendant should first consult a qualified professional for correct techniques on ramp negotiation Assistance is recommended when going up or down steep inclines greater than 8 10 If it becomes necessary to stop on an incline avoid sudden abrupt forward movement when you resume propelling the chair B...

Page 13: ...directly to ALCO Sales Service Co Inc at the address at the bottom of this page Provide name address the product model number and date of purchase indicate nature of the defect and if the product is serialized indicate the serial number Do not return products to our location without our prior consent LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS The forgoing warranty shall not apply to serial numbered products if th...

Page 14: ...rest Adjusting length of 7 10 Footrest legrest Removing 7 10 See also elevating footrest Full reclining back Adjusting 8 General care 10 Hand rims 8 Legrest elevating Adjusting 11 Note from manufacturer 4 Opening the chair 6 10 Operating Instructions 6 Operation indications and safety 10 Propelling pushing the wheelchair 8 Rear wheel locks Adjusting 8 Safety summary 5 Tires 8 11 Warranty 13 Wheel ...

Page 15: ... 15 ALCO Sales Service Co 6851 High Grove Boulevard Burr Ridge IL 60527 U S A Phone 800 323 4282 Fax 800 950 1167 www alcosales com ...

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